The F-22 Isn’t Finished — Even with the F-47 on the Way

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They say the F-22 Raptor is nearing retirement. That it's aging. Obsolete. Replaced by the sleek, next-gen F-47. But what if that’s a mistake? In this video, we dive into the truth about America’s first fifth-generation fighter—and why the F-22 still rules the skies. From unmatched agility and stealth to a secret role in testing systems for the F-47, the Raptor isn’t just flying… it’s fighting back. We’ll break down: Why the F-22 remains the benchmark for air dominance How it's been quietly shaping the future of the F-47 What its weaknesses are—and why they still don’t dethrone it And what the Air Force stands to lose if it retires this legend too soon If you think the era of the Raptor is over… think again. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more deep dives into military aviation. 📬 Subscribe to my newsletter for exclusive stories: https://hangarflyingwithtog.com Join this channel to support my work and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz_aGg3uEnfE4hU6Pu6Wj3g/join OR Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PilotPhotog Channel Members and Patrons get early access to videos, sneak previews, and other perks Follow me on other social media for daily posts: 📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/pilotphotog/ 📖Facebook - https://facebook.com/pilotphotog/ 🎙 Podcast: https://pilotphotog.buzzsprout.com/ 🐦Twitter - https://twitter.com/pilotphotog/ 👾Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/pilotphotog 🎮 Discord: https://discord.gg/Js6sWCS 📰Newsletter: https://hangarflyingwithtog.com 🌐 Website: https://pilotphotog.com Credits/Attributions: "The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement." Department of Defense Northrop Grumman Lockheed Martin Boeing Raytheon Pratt & Whitney General Electric Opening Scene used Digital Combat Simulator (DCS World) from Eagle Dynamics: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/ DCS F-22 model by: Grinnelli Designs https://grinnellidesigns.com/ Overworked AWACS radio operator voice actor: Fett Bear 1-1 Mig-29 lead jet voice actor: Fett Learn to fly the F-18 in DCS, join the Hornet School: https://www.thehornetschool.com All animations are produced by me, Tog and are property of this channel. Opinions expressed are solely my own and do not express the views or opinions of the DOD, any government or company, now you know!